The South Florida Sun-Sentinel is reporting Florida Marlins OF Joe Borchard has been designated for assignment by the team. The Marlins now have 10 days to trade or release Borchard or outright him to the minors.

Joe Frisaro, of Florida.Marlins.MLB.com, reports Florida Marlins OF Joe Borchard has replaced OF Josh Willingham (knee) in the ninth inning in three of the past four games. Willingham caught his leg while sliding into second base Friday, May 18, and has been feeling some discomfort in his right knee. Until the discomfort subsides, Borchard will continue to be a defensive replacement for Willingham.

The Palm Beach Post's Joe Capozzi reports Florida Marlins OF Joe Borchard (knee) had an MRI on his sore left knee Sept. 28. The results were negative and Borchard was in the starting lineup that night in right field.